I've been neglecting you, poor little thing.

Anyways!
I found out my practicum placement for PS1 and I am nothing short of enthused. 

Grade 3 in a little town twenty minutes out of my home city. It'll be tedious driving to and from to get there every day, especially when the snow falls, but it'll be worth it!

I found tons of research on the program of studies for grade three; tons of lesson plans and assessment strategies, classroom management techniques, and endless supply of ideas; but I can't seem to find anything regarding the temperament, or how they react socially!

This is going to be a learning experience for sure, considering this is the youngest grade I've had to work with yet in a practicum, (and in a new school district.)

Close to home, great friends travelling back home with me, and an amazing support system from both classmates and instructors. I think I'm set and ready to get out there!

10/21/2013 02:11:16 pm

Hey congrats on your placement, and don't worry about the grade feeling so young. As you stated there are so many resources available to us as young teachers and we need to make certain we utilize them all.
My question for you is how will you start to find your own rhythm and style, as you start your first practicum?
Good luck, and keep having fun.

Mr GingaNinja

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Brooke
10/29/2013 01:45:16 am

I am in the 3rd grade right now for my internship and will be in the same class next semester for student teaching. I love working with 3rd grade! I have worked with younger students so it is nice to be in a grade where they can tie their shoes and blow their own noses. 3rd graders also still have the passion and drive where they want to learn new things. The 3rd graders I work with are sweet, some are hyper but they all make me smile! I am sure you will love it!

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